Pico De Gallo Chicken Bake (Printer-Friendly)
Chicken breasts baked with pico de gallo, taco seasoning, melted cheese, and bright lime for a lively meal.
# What You’ll Need to Cook:
→ Main Ingredients
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4 large boneless skinless chicken breasts
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2 tablespoons taco seasoning
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15 ml lime juice (juice of half a lime)
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250 g fresh pico de gallo
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120 g shredded Monterey Jack cheese
→ Optional Garnishes
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Fresh cilantro leaves
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Lime wedges
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Sliced avocado
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Sour cream
# Steps to Prepare:
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Preheat oven to 200°C. Lightly grease a large baking dish with non-stick spray.
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Place chicken breasts in a single layer in the prepared baking dish. Squeeze lime juice evenly over the chicken, then sprinkle taco seasoning over both sides.
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Spoon pico de gallo over each chicken breast and sprinkle shredded Monterey Jack cheese along the center of each piece.
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Bake for 20–24 minutes, or until chicken reaches an internal temperature of 74°C and cheese is melted.
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Garnish with fresh cilantro, lime wedges, avocado, or sour cream as desired. Serve immediately.
# Extra Cooking Tips:
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Let the pico de gallo marinate for at least 30 minutes for a bolder flavor.
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Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 4 days or freeze for up to 1 month.
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For best results, use freshly prepared pico de gallo.